The Advanced Duanwei [Chin.: dǐngjínduànwèi 顶级段位]
Shaolin Kung Fu Advanced Duanwei [Chin.: Shàolín Gōngfū dǐngjínduànwèi 少林功夫顶级段位]
5th Duan and 6th Duan
Those who conduct and participate in Shaolin martial arts can voluntarily apply for Duanwei; while Honorary Duanwei is awarded only to those who are major contributors to the development of Shaolin martial arts. A Duanwei applicant honors his/her teachers and respect their teachings, observes law and obeys disciplines, pays attention to Shaolin martial arts ethics and etiquette, and is able to apply Shaolin martial arts etiquette properly.
Advanced Duanwei Criteria
5th Duan: Those who are at least 35 years of age and have held 4th Senior Duan for more than 5 years; have proficiency in mastering the technical and theoretical systems of two Shaolin martial arts styles, and have established certain success; have established outstanding success in Shaolin Kung Fu work achievements and theoretical research results; and are also excellent in Shaolin martial arts ethics and etiquette, may apply for a promotion to 8th Duan.
6th Duan: Those who are at least 45 years of age and have held 5th Senior Duan for more than 6 years; skilled in mastering the technical and theoretical systems of two Shaolin martial arts styles, and have established high success; have established significant success in Shaolin Kung Fu work achievements and theoretical research results [published works]; have made remarkable contribution to the development of Shaolin Kung Fu sports; and are also respectable in Shaolin martial arts ethics and etiquette, may apply for a promotion to 9th Duan.
Notice: In case of learning capability it may occur an age exception, after teacher's request.